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Soccer: Up Next Regional Qtrs
MakerNights Monday 4.4.16
Empower LT: Wednesday 4.6
HOSA's First Aid Fundraiser
Jrs: College Fairs!!
Youth Advisory Commission in the Hills
ICYMI: Announcements
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Austin Behavioral Health Center
Con Olio Oils & Vinegars
Lake Travis Education Foundation
Oak Hill Automotive
Orangetheory Fitness
Woofs Pet Salon

 
THANK YOU to our
2015-2016  No Hassle Donors 
listing as of November 8, 2015
500+ Club:
Babita and Tom Deitrich
David & Lisa Handal
Wendi Harrelson
Felicia & Craig Hester
Christy Nicolay
Julie & James Shrewsbury
Kevin Vandoldor & Christine Beaudin

250+ Club: 
Marie Cohan
Kelly & Jennie Connery
Leilani & Joe Connors
Virginia DeNisio
Karl & Carmen Graf
Janessa Hollis
MJ and Steven Hurt
Grace & Jay Payne
Phyllis & Mark Plummer
Rebecca Reiche
Eddie & Amy Roberts
John & Christine Schoonmaker
Brad & Courtney Thomas
Karen Winborn

100+ Club:
Charles & Vanessa Aguillon
Chandra & John Aoueille
Rebecca Aronow
Jyotsna Arora
Kelleye & David Babin
Tina Badciong
Stacy Barna
David & Beth Bentley
LIsa Berneburg
Sheridan & Alana Berthiaume
Joanne Blair
Amanda Blizzard
Julie & Charlie Bormann
Dawn Brady
Elena & Jeff Brooks
Jean Bryant
Ed & Dawn Buckingham
Jenny Buschhorn
Elena & Ricardo Cabeza de Vaca
Toby & Gigi Cappello
Peter & Lucy Chang
Tom & Gayle Clemmons
John & Liza Coldewey
Debbie & Tom Conyers 
Beth Cotton
Sandy & Jay Cox
Berenice Craig
Jennifer & James Crean
Merri Cronk
Olivia & John Devin
Christi Dodge
Miroslav & Sanja Dokic
David & Debbie Dolmanet
Linda Duvalle
Karla Ent
Bruce & Robin Fanker
Margo Fesas
Amelia & Rob Floyd
Dawna & Carl Frenkel
Steven & Wendy Funk
J Freeman 
Tracy Gourley
Preston & Jodi Gregg
Lori Griggs
Julie & Scott Gurley
Daniel Hansen
Celise Harris
Sarah Herrington & Scott Naizer
Elisa & Peter Holmertz
Tony & Kristin Holt
Bruce & Sharon Homoya
Riley & Tanja Horan
H. Carol Johnson
Hal & Laura Jones
Pearl Jones
Jan & Chuck Kalb
Laura & Ron Kaplan
Rob & Kristin Kirby
Karen and Gary Kofnovec 
Eric & Lisa Kreft
Ann & Joe Kupper
Geoff & Tritia Land
Paulinda Lanham
Emily Larcher
Christine Larrea
Kathie Lindahl
James & Cheryl Lucas
Zheng & Yanping Luo
Swati Marchant
Elizabeth Macklin
Louise Madigan
Lorena Masferrer & Jorge Guerrero
Tom Matthews & Sarah McGiffert 
Lei & Rob McCormick
Dennis & Carol McGrail
Sarah McIlheran
Mike and Rashelle McKim
Lisa McNerney & Paige Butler 
Helen Merritt
Angela & Bruce Milne
Terre & Jim Mulkey
Sylvia & Frank Noha
Kelly & Russ Norwood
Susan & Sean O'Keeffe
Brad & Tanya Palmer
Mitzi Parris
Brian & Adele Peterman
Craig & Kim Piwonka
Jennifer Powell
Shirley Prescott
Nancy & Michael Quincy
Scott & Rebecca Ramsey
Julie Reardon
Mark & Darcy Reckart
Deborah Reyes
Jeff Rix
Atala Romero
Erika & Stuart Rorer
James Rudnicki
Rick & Julia Russo
Michelle Schmidt
Kerrie & Chris Schneider
Melanie Schwitters
Stephanie Sharp
Lynda & Paul Skellenger
Haven Slocum
Monica Soberman
Kate Smith
Vickie Smith
Joe & Gayle Snowden
Maria & Peter Soo
Brian & Julie South
Pamela Stapleton 
Karl & Susan Steffes
Amy & Steve Still
Joe & Fionnuala Stockton
Carla Stoltman
Margaret Tabb
Ashli Thompson
Adeliza & Allen Tiffany 
Mike & Melissa Timmons
Tom & Lesa Triolo
John & Kay Trowbridge
Courtney & Milan Urukalo
Franco & Amy van Heijningen
Steve & Jill Waldschmidt
Shaeli & Michael Walton
Darren & Michelle Wein 
Tracy Werdenberg
Jeff & Heather Weyman
Andra Wheeler
Linda & Scot Williams
Gregg & Michele Wood
Yancey/Loflin Family
David & Amy Young
Victor & Nicole Young
Put it on Your Calendar


Need a Directory?
Did you miss out on buying a 2015-2016 LTISD Student Directory?

If so, you are in luck!  There are a limited number of extra copies available for sale at the  LTHS Main and Annex front offices AND the front offices of Lakeway Elementary, Bee Cave Elementary, and Lake Pointe Elementary.  Directories are $15 each, and you may pay for them with cash or a check made out to LTHS PTO.

Please direct any questions to directory@lthspto.org.

 
Prom Ticket Sales Volunteers Needed!

We need to volunteers to sell prom tickets during all three lunches the week of April 4th (M-Th).  Please email Shana if you can help!

 
Need a Tux?
Men's Wearhouse Deal!

 
Support our own Senior Maggie Jukes!

Maggie has been selected as our Local Hero by the Central Texas Chapter of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America. She will be taking part in the Take Steps" walk on the morning of April 9th.

If you would like to support the efforts and to see Maggie's story click here!
 
On the LTHS Calendar

Monday, 4/4/2016 "B" Day
4/4/2016 - 4/5/2016 Golf Girls District Play, Lions GC
4/4/2016 5:30 PM Softball vs Del Valle Here, Varsity only @ 5:30pm
4/4/2016 6:30 PM Junior Students Mini-College Fair, "C"/"D" Wings

Tuesday, 4/5/2016 "A" Day
4/5/2016 10:30 AM Department Chair Meeting, Math Conf Room, 10:30am
4/5/2016 CDE Competition @ McClennan College & Tarleton State University
4/5/2016 5:00 PM Baseball JV-1 & JV-2 vs Hays Here, 7:30pm/5pm
4/5/2016 5:30 PM Softball @ Lehman, JV/Varsity, 5:30pm/7pm
4/5/2016 7:00 PM Baseball Varsity @ Hays HS, 7pm
4/5/2016 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM TAP Booster Meeting, BBT, 7pm
4/5/2016 7:30 PM Band Parent Meeting, Band Hall, 7:30pm
4/5/2016 7:30 PM Regional Quarterfinals Soccer: LT v Klein @ Bryan Rudder

Wednesday, 4/6/2016 "B" Day
4/6/2016 "Dual Assembly" Schedule (Speaker Dr. Collier)
4/6/2016 Band UIL Concert & Sightreading Non-Varsity Contest, Georgetown HS
4/6/2016 Debate Contest @ Akins High School
4/6/2016 NHS Meeting, E-203, 8am or 4pm
4/6/2016 School Paraprofessional Day
4/6/2016 Tennis Team Varsity District @ UT Intramurals
4/6/2016 Track Meet @ District Meet, Burger Stadium, Time TBA
4/6/2016 8:45 AM Environmental Sci class @ Hamilton Pool, 8:45am
4/6/2016 HST Field Trip (Bernard) @ Texas A&M Health Science Center, 9am
4/6/2016 6:00 PM Boys Lacrosse vs Alamo Heights Here, JV/Varsity, 6pm/8pm
4/6/2016 6:30 PM Empower LT Presentation - Dr. Collier, BBT, 6:30pm

Thursday, 4/7/2016 "A" Day
4/7/2016 Softball JV Round Robin Here, Times TBA
4/7/2016 4:00 PM Tennis Team Varsity District - Finals @ UT Intramurals, 4pm
4/7/2016 5:30 PM Fiddlers @ Table 620 @ HEB

Friday, 4/8/2016 "B" Day
4/8/2016 Welding Competition @ ACC Round Rock Campus, 6am-4pm
4/8/2016 VAC Students to ACC Tech/Automotive, ACC, 9am-2pm
4/8/2016 3:00 PM TOY Announcement, 3pm
4/8/2016 5:30 PM Softball vs Anderson Here, JV/Varsity, 5:30pm/7pm

Saturday, 4/9/2016 
4/9/2016 Softball JV Round Robin Here, Times TBA
4/9/2016 8:00 AM ACT Testing, M200 (Annex), 8am
4/9/2016 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday School, E-203, 8am-4pm
4/9/2016 11:00 AM Baseball JV-1 & JV-2 @ Del Valle, 1:30pm/11am
4/9/2016 1:00 PM Baseball Varsity vs Del Valle Here, 1pm
4/9/2016 4:00 PM Boys Lacrosse JV vs Vandegrift @ Monroe Stadium, 4pm
4/9/2016 7:00 PM Boys Lacrosse vs Cedar Park @ Cedar Park, Varsity/JV
4/9/2016 8:00 PM Prom @ Brazos Hall, 8pm

For more dates and information, please visit the LTHS Master Calendar
Regional Quarterfinals Up Next: LT v Klein
Bryan Rudder Stadium @ 7:30, Tuesday 4/5
#BeThere #BeLOUD #GoCavs

MakerNights: Monday 4.4.16 @ 4pm
@ LTHS Annex Digital Media Center


Empower LT with Dr. Collier
Wednesday, April 6th @ 6:30PM, BBT
 

Support HOSA's First Aid Fundraiser

The HOSA club is starting their annual first aid kit fundraiser!  All money made will help support students as they compete at the State and National level for HOSA!  Please contact Ashley Bernard (bernarda@ltisdschools.org) at the high school if you are interested in purchasing.  We have personal use kits that start at $12 all the way up to OSHA certified industrial kits perfect for a place of business.
 
Attention Juniors & Parents!!

The Week of April 4-7 offers several opportunities for JUNIORS to visit with College Admissions Reps from all over the U.S.
 
MONDAY, APRIL 4, LTHS SPRING COLLEGE FAIR
6:30 pm CAFETERIA
UT Austin, Texas A&M, St. Edwards, Baylor, Texas Tech and University of Houston Reps will host 30 sessions to introduce you to LTHS' favorite universities.  Ask your questions!!
 
TUESDAY, APRIL 5, NACAC COLLEGE FAIR
5 pm until 8 pm
PALMER EVENT CENTER
Admission reps from across the US available to answer your questions about admissions to the colleges you want to attend.
 
Mark your calendar now. This is the last time these College Reps will be in our building until next year. 
 


The Village of the Hills is Creating a Youth Advisory Commission

Consistent with several other Texas communities, The Village of the Hills is creating a Youth Advisory Commission. This new body will be developed over the next few months and take office with the new school year next fall. The Board of Aldermen will work directly with interested students to design the organization and create its charter. Such a body will be good for the students and Village alike.

The Youth Advisory Commission will be made up of students in grades 9 through 12 who reside in The Village of the Hills. The Board of Aldermen is hopeful that such an organization will attract a broad base of students. There are several reasons that having a more direct connection with the community's youth will be beneficial.
  1. 1.    Development of future leaders
Certainly there are young people who would like to pursue opportunities in the public sector. In other communities, high school students have not only learned how government works, but have gone on in their adult lives to be active participants.
  1. 2.    Opportunity for community service

    Community service is a valuable component for college and or job applications. At the same time, our young people can provide resources for projects like park equipment refurbishing or HillsFest volunteers.
  1. 3.    Understanding of age specific concerns

    Participants on the Youth Advisory Commission will be able to provide insights that are specific to their age group. This will be very valuable as programs and improvements are considered by the Board of Aldermen.     
  1. 4.    Broader communication

    This organization will give us new ways to communicate with our residents. Their students will be well informed citizens and in a unique position to further communicate with their families and friends.     
  1. 5.    Broader based support for community activities
Again, involvement in HillsFest by young people can increase attendance. The Youth Advisory Commission can also work with our Park Commission to create more programs for specific age groups.
 
Next Steps
The first step is to develop a group of interested students. They, in turn, will work with members of the Board of Aldermen to create the charter for BOA approval. Interested students who are currently in grades 8 through 11 can indicate their interest by emailing Mayor Eric Ovlen at ericovlen@villageofthehills.org, or texting him at 805-304-3788. Students will be contacted in the near future about the initial planning meetings.

ICYMI: Announcements

Lights. Camera. Action. Prom 2016 is "A Red Carpet Affair" on Saturday, April 9th. As a reminder, if you are planning on bringing a non-LTHS guest to Prom, then you need to turn in the appropriate paperwork to Ms. Ratliff in the front office by today.  Online ticket sales will continue through next week for $50. Monday through Thursday next week, tickets will be available for $60 during all 3 lunches. All hours and obligations must be cleared prior to purchase. See website for more information. 

SWIM & DIVE Banquet will be April 11th @ The Oasis! 

Seniors - if you did not pick up your cap & gown from Balfour on Wednesday, please see Mrs. Black in office A-204. Your graduation items were left with her. 

Monday April 4 is Junior College Night at LTHS from 6:30-8:00. Students may meet with representatives from several Texas universities to ask questions and receive information. Tuesday night is the NACAC College Fair at the Palmer Event Center from 5-8:00 pm., With college reps from across the US. Go to the counseling website for more information on both events. 

Next week we have several colleges visiting LTHS: Columbia College, Marymount California, Montana State, Auburn, Univ. of Arkansas-Engineering School, Keiser Univ. Golf & Sports Management, NYU & University of the Incarnate Word, University of Illinois/Chicago. Please sign up on the Counseling College visit calendar to attend. 

Hey Seniors - order your Senior yards signs by this Saturday to have them by the end of April. Showcase the College or University you'll be attending next fall and any clubs or organizations you're involved in; or just let the neighborhood know you're graduating in June! Order forms are in the school store or you can have your parents order online by Saturday morning. All proceeds benefit Project Graduation. 

Call-outs for the 2016-2017 Colorguard will be April 12th, 19th and May 3rd from 5-7 pm. Auditions will be held in May, all in the High School band room. All current 8th-11th graders are welcome to audition. Please contact a current member or Whitney Stone for more info. 

Cavalette Spring Show April 29th and 30th at 7pm with the Dance Class Showcase on April 30th at 2pm. Tickets are $12 for premium reserved and $8 reserved. Showcase tickets are $10 premium reserved and $5 reserved. 

Attention ALL students who want to play volleyball: The annual LT Volleyball Madness Tournament will be after school on Thursday, April 28th . Each team will consist at a minimum of three girls and three boys from ANY grade level. The entry fee is $15 per person. If you choose to carry 7 players the entry fee is $12 per person. This pays for your t-shirt and entry fees for the tournament and exhibition game. All participants must complete a release form and have their registration packet turned in to Mrs. Ratliff (in the main office) or Coach Boren by April 8th. Registration packets are available in the office. Any LTHS athletes in a sport must have approval by their head coach to participate.

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